The Classroom Teacher Aide should be good at instructing, assisting, guiding, and caring for young children. Organizational, communication and problem-solving skills are also essential to this position. Assistants should be able to think creatively, make good decisions, and communicate effectively with all co-workers/parents. In addition to having strong leadership skills, they should also be open to taking direction, working as part of a team, carrying out tasks given. The Teacher Assistant shall assist the Lead Teacher in creating and promoting a healthy, safe, active hands-on learning environment for all children.

Classroom Aides are responsible for helping the teacher with class instruction and other duties. Communicating with the parents and helping create overall healthy relationships with families are key for this position. Duties include working with small groups of children to reinforce lessons, providing one-on-one instruction to students, and supervising students in the classroom. Teacher assistants may also assist the teacher with assessments, observations, preparing lessons, and taking attendance. At times the Teacher Assistant may be expected to lead certain activities. In addition, but not limited to checking restrooms, preparing snacks, helping prepare activities, organizing items, and maintaining the overall cleanliness of the classroom.

Some assistants work specifically with students who have disabilities or other special needs, such as an inability to speak English. Attendance, punctuality, proper dress, and grooming are among standard professional expectations. Following directions and sharing feedback on activities with the teacher are communication responsibilities. The teacher's assistants will be expected to help to enforce school and classroom rules.